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Problem Possible Causes What to do
Dryer doesn’t start Dryer is unplugged Make sure the dryer plug is pushed completely into
the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace fuse
or reset breaker. Note: Most electric dryers use 2 fuses/
breakers.
Dryer doesn’t heat Fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped; the
dryer may tumble but not
heat
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace both
fuses or reset both breakers. Your dryer may tumble if only
one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.
Gas service is off Make sure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are fully
open.
Dryer shakes or
makes noise
Some shaking/noise is
normal. Dryer may be
sitting unevenly
Move dryer to an even floor space, or adjust leveling legs as
necessary until even.
Greasy spots on
clothes
Improper use of fabric
softener
Follow directions on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with
clean ones
Use your dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can stain
clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not
completely clean
Sometimes stains which cannot be seen when the clothes
are wet appear after drying. Use proper washing procedures
before drying.
Lint on clothes Lint filter is full Clean lint screen before each load.
Improper sorting Sort lint producers (like chenille) from lint collectors (like
corduroy).
Static electricity can
attract lint
See suggestions in this section under STATIC.
Overloading Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Paper, tissue, etc. left in
pockets
Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs No fabric softener was
used
Try a fabric softener.
Bounce™ Fabric Conditioner Dryer Sheets have been
approved for use in all GE Appliances dryers when used in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Overdrying Try a fabric softener.
Adjust setting to Less Dry.
Synthetics, permanent
press and blends can
cause static
Try a fabric softener.
Inconsistent drying
times
Type of heat Automatic drying times will vary according to the type of
heat used (electric, natural or LP gas), size of load, types of
fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.
Troubleshooting Tips - Dryer
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS - DRYER
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